With news of the Broncos’ release of C.J. Anderson, Denver is left with two running backs on its roster — Devontae Booker and De’Angelo Henderson. General manager John Elway is expected to bolster the team’s backfield in next week’s draft. Here’s a look at some of the top-ranked running backs in this year’s NFL draft, according to draft insiders:

1. Saquon Barkley, Penn State

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Running back Saquon Barkley of the Penn State Nittany Lions walks on the field during the first half of the Playstation Fiesta Bowl against the Washington Huskies at University of Phoenix Stadium on Dec. 30, 2017 in Glendale, Ariz.

Height: 6-footWeight: 235 pounds

Barkley is widely considered the top running back in the 2018 NFL draft class and projected by most analysts to be selected in the top five picks.

What people are saying: “Every-down running back with the ability to alter the course of an offense and become a franchise-type player.” — NFL.com

“Barkley is by far the best and most complete back in this class and a threat to take it to the house on any given play.” — Pro Football Focus

2. Derrius Guice, LSU

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Derrius Guice of the LSU Tigers reacts after a two-yard reception for touchdown against the Notre Dame Fighting Irish in the fourth quarter of the Citrus Bowl on Jan. 1, 2018 in Orlando, Florida. Notre Dame won 21-17.

Height: 5-10Weight: 212 pounds

Regarded by many analysts as the No. 2 running back in the draft, the 20-year-old Guice is a physical runner with explosive speed who may find himself selected late in the first round or early in the second.

What people are saying: “Muscular, feature-back frame with serious lower-body strength. Elite balance and suddenness between the tackles that translates to scary power.” — CBSSports.com

“Guice is a three-down weapon who shouldn’t have to wait long to hear his name called on draft day.” — USA Today

3. Ronald Jones II, USC

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Ronald Jones II #25 of the USC Trojans carries the ball against the Colorado Buffaloes at Folsom Field on Nov. 11, 2017 in Boulder.

Height: 5-11Weight: 200 pounds

Jones piled up big numbers as a junior for the Trojans — 1,550 yards rushing, 19 touchdowns — earning All-Pac 12 first team honors. He’s projected as a second-round pick.

What people are saying: “Electric slasher who runs with excellent vision and serious speed to hit big-gainers. Powerful between the tackles despite his leaner frame. Will win most races to the corner.” — CBS Sports

4. Nick Chubb, Georgia

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Running back Nick Chubb (27) of the Georgia Bulldogs scores on a two-yard touchdown run late in the fourth quarter against the Oklahoma Sooners in the 2018 College Football Playoff Semifinal at the Rose Bowl Game presented by Northwestern Mutual at the Rose Bowl on Jan. 1, 2018 in Pasadena, Calif.

Height: 5-11Weight: 228 pounds

Chubb tore his ACL as a sophomore and returned for two 1,000-yard plus rushing seasons. After a strong showing at the NFL combine, he’s being projected as a second-round selection.

What people are saying: “Has the size and mindset of a primary ball carrier, but lacks any one element of his game that jumps off the tape when evaluating. Chubb isn’t overly elusive, but he does a good job of running through arm tackles and initial contact with lower body strength and contact balance.” — NFL.com

“A rare physical specimen with a ridiculous combination of power and explosiveness, Chubb has been one of the nation’s most physically dominant and productive backs throughout his career.” — USA Today

5. Sony Michel, Georgia

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Georgia running back Sony Michel runs for a first down during the first half of the NCAA college football playoff championship game against Alabama Monday, Jan. 8, 2018, in Atlanta.

Height: 5-11Weight: 220 pounds

The other half of Georgia’s backfield tandem, Michel had 1,227 yards rushing and 16 TDs for the Bulldogs as a senior. Like Chubb, he is seen as a potential second-round pick.

What people are saying: “He’s not the most creative runner and he lacks some finesse, but his size, pass protection and ability to create yardage make him a natural fit as a future NFL starter.” — NFL.com

“Michel is the game-breaker, blessed with straight-line speed that will surely be the reason some teams will prefer him over his backfield mate.” — Sports Illustrated